Health

Asthma triggers may irritate the airways of someone with asthma, causing a physiological response that leads to swelling of the airways. Asthma triggers include the following: Pollen is a microscopic egg-shaped grain produced by flowering plants. It may be carried by the wind and can lead to common allergy symptoms such as congestion and sneezing, as well as an exacerbation of asthma. To reduce...

Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP), which was formerly known as Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, is a rare blood disease that impacts roughly 9.5 people out of every 100,000 in the United States. There is both an acute and chronic form of this condition, with acute ITP being more common in children under 10 and the chronic condition more common in adults over 60. Over the years there...

Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in the United States, with rates climbing steadily every year. Left unchecked, it can have devastating long-term health effects. Fortunately, there are diet and lifestyle interventions that can help keep your blood sugar stable and possibly prevent the progression of this disease. If you find yourself wondering, “Is falling asleep after eating a...

A heart attack involves decreased blood flow to the heart. It can occur due to clogged arteries and coronary artery disease. In some cases, someone may need an angioplasty and/or stent to keep the arteries open. After either a heart attack or a stent, it is helpful to make any needed lifestyle changes to stay healthy and reduce the risk of further heart problems....